Legal Transcription

/ˈliːɡəl trænskrɪpˈʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The process of converting spoken legal proceedings into a written or electronic text, often by a professional stenographer or transcriptionist.
    The court reporter provided an accurate legal transcription of the trial testimony.

Forms

  • legal transcriptions

Commentary

Legal transcription requires high accuracy due to its use as an official record; clarity in specifying the source (hearing, deposition) can aid precision.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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